THE BALL – Xavi praises Raphinha: «He is being decisive» (Barcelona)

THE BALL – Xavi praises Raphinha: «He is being decisive» (Barcelona)

Xavi Hernández was full of praise for Raphinha’s performances in recent games. The Barcelona coach’s words show confidence in the Brazilian international who played for Vitória de Guimarães and Sporting, this at a time when rumors are emerging that he may leave the club. «He’s being decisive for the team, he’s scoring goals and making … Read more

THE BALL – Salvio’s girlfriend irritated with fans who asked for photos of the former Benfica player (video) (Mexico)

THE BALL – Salvio’s girlfriend irritated with fans who asked for photos of the former Benfica player (video) (Mexico)

‘Toto’ Salvio lived a ridiculous moment, starring the fans of Pumas, the Mexican club he represents, and his girlfriend. The fans wanted pictures with the former Benfica player, but Sol Rinaldi wasn’t exactly in the mood, quite the contrary. «Leave him! Let’s go! », he said, while pulling Salvio, who always remained calm during the … Read more

THE BALL – Sporting wants to «improve its image» in a new derby (Women’s Football)

THE BALL – Sporting wants to «improve its image» in a new derby (Women’s Football)

After leaving Estádio da Luz bowed to a heavy defeat (5-0), which kept him out of the Portuguese Cup, on Saturday, the 21st of the current month, in front of a record attendance in women’s football matches in our country (15,032 spectators ) Sporting proposes to correct the image, four days later, in a new … Read more

THE BALL – Sérgio Conceição’s answer (again) when asked about Jorge Costa (FC Porto)

THE BALL – Sérgio Conceição’s answer (again) when asked about Jorge Costa (FC Porto)

This Tuesday, Sérgio Conceição previewed the match for the final four of the League Cup against Académico Viseu, which will be played on Wednesday in Leiria (19.45 hours). The coach was again questioned about the relationship with Jorge Costa, which he said for some time had gotten worse [ver notícias associadas]and declined to give further … Read more

A BOLA – UEFA will correct a gap that gives Chelsea the freedom to make long contracts (and payments) (England)

A BOLA – UEFA will correct a gap that gives Chelsea the freedom to make long contracts (and payments) (England)

UEFA will correct rules in order to prevent Chelsea’s recent practice of amortizing player purchases over several years, at a time when this is the club that has spent the most in the winter market so far: in six signings 178 million were invested . The London club signed the Ukrainian Mykhaylo Mudryk a few … Read more

THE BALL – Promising midfielder by Jorge Jesus on the eagle’s radar (Benfica)

THE BALL – Promising midfielder by Jorge Jesus on the eagle’s radar (Benfica)

As reported by the Turkish journalist Ekrem Konur, who specializes in the transfer market, Benfica is very attentive to the performances and growth of Arda Guler, a 17-year-old midfielder who has already represented the Turkish national team on one occasion and who has shone in the service of Fenerbahçe, commanded by coach Jorge Jesus. This … Read more

THE BALL – Vítor Carvalho did not know the coach: «I went to the Internet to see who he was» (Gil Vicente)

THE BALL – Vítor Carvalho did not know the coach: «I went to the Internet to see who he was» (Gil Vicente)

Vítor Carvalho, a leading figure in Gil Vicente’s midfield, confessed to having looked for information about Daniel Sousa as soon as he found out that he would be his new coach. In statements to Sports TVthe 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder admitted to having used the «Internet to research the coach’s career». «I went to see who … Read more

THE BALL – Grimaldo in difficulty (Benfica)

THE BALL – Grimaldo in difficulty (Benfica)

Spaniard Álex Grimaldo ended yesterday’s game, Saturday, with Santa Clara exhausted and, in the end, did not hide the physical difficulties, clinging to his right leg. Situation to be assessed with the utmost care, on returning to work in Seixal. The left-back, remember, had suffered a sprain in his left ankle in the game with … Read more

THE BALL – Ronaldo promoted to captain (Al Nassr)

THE BALL – Ronaldo promoted to captain (Al Nassr)

Cristiano Ronaldo will make his debut (official, since he already played for the new team in the friendly with PSG) for Al Nassr on Sunday, in the reception to Al Ettifaq, and, when he goes up to the pitch, the Portuguese striker should have on his left arm the team captain’s armband. The information about … Read more

THE BALL – Liverpool – Chelsea DIRECT (England)

THE BALL – Liverpool – Chelsea DIRECT (England)

Liverpool and Chelsea face each other, this Saturday, from 12.30 pm, in a game of the 21st round of the Premier League. Reds e blues have the same points, 28, even though the team coached by Klopp has played one game less than the Londoners. Liverpool and Chelsea occupy the ninth and 10th positions, respectively. … Read more